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S757 NRV

1998 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

25,808 mi
Last recorded25,808 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS757 NRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 25,808 miles

Undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2025 25,317 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 24,953 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 24,401 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 23,811 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 23,443 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 23,051 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 22,565 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 21,861 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 21,204 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 20,367 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 19,666 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 19,022 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 18,061 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 17,500 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 16,878 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 16,070 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 14,845 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 13,760 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 12,890 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 11,561 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 11,561 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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S757 NRV is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 86,993 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S757 NRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S757 NRV registered?

S757 NRV is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S757 NRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S757 NRV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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